School Of Communication ArtsMusic Therapy MethodWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 100910.1
Discipline: MUSIC
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 7
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
For students enrolling in the Master of Creative Music Therapy, successful completion of audition/interview prior to enrolment.
Equivalent Units
56152 - Professional Practice (PG)
Corequisite
33016 Music Therapy Skills 1 OR 101445 Music Therapy Skills 1
About this Unit
Music Therapy Method provides a background to the historical development and theoretical underpinnings of music therapy worldwide with an emphasis on Creative Music Therapy. Government legislation and social attitudes that impinge on the delivery of music therapy to the community are discussed. The Constitution and Code of Ethics of the AMTA are outlined. Normal human development through the lifespan is looked at in depth paralleled with studies on developmental disabilities and other disorders. Culture, gender, race, religion and socio-economics are examined within the context of understanding the place of music therapy in society. Counselling and music therapy is introduced. Aspects of self-care for music therapy practitioners and students are addressed.